Sustainer Giving for Food Insecurity Organizations: From Afterthought to Essential Strategy
$52 average monthly gift | 80-95% retention | 5-7 years of donor loyalty
When families don’t know where their next meal will come from, your ability to plan ahead matters more than ever. Sustainer donors don’t just give more — they stay with you longer, ensuring your shelves are stocked and your programs are ready to meet growing demand.
That’s why monthly giving must be at the center of your fundraising strategy in 2025.
In a time of inflation, shrinking federal support, and record-high need, traditional fundraising calendars can’t keep up. But recurring giving offers the predictability your food bank needs to fight hunger today and prepare for tomorrow.
Our latest guide, Sustainer Giving for Food Insecurity Organizations: From Afterthought to Essential Strategy, explores the shifts in donor behavior and provides a roadmap to building a resilient monthly giving program.
Inside, you’ll learn:
- Why sustainer donors retain at 80–95% year after year
- How subscription culture is fueling donor expectations
- Best practices for recruiting and keeping monthly donors
- Ways to reframe sustainer giving as mission-critical to hunger relief
📥 Download the guide and build a sustainer program that feeds families with consistency, not uncertainty. Plus, view our webinar: From One-Time Gifts to Lifelong Relationships: The Art and Science of Sustainer Programs